Credit union donates $3,000 for scholarship benefit auction
March 19, 2013
United Federal Credit Union of St. Joseph, MI�recently donated a gift of $3,000 to the Lake Michigan College Winners Circle 23 Scholarship Benefit Auction.� The theme of the auction was "Disco Fever" and UFCU was a "Disco Double Sponsor," meaning that the $3,000 gift doubled to $6,000 during the live auction when the winning bid was matched. The auction raised more than $300,000, with proceeds used to provide scholarship support for Lake Michigan College students.
"As the cost of a college education continues to increase and aid from state and federal sources becomes tighter, the ability of Lake Michigan College to make up the differences becomes increasingly important," stated Greg Koroch, Lake Michigan College Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Planning. "Having the ability to provide financial aid for students is an important priority of the College and we appreciate that so many people and organizations like United Federal Credit Union came together for the cause of student scholarships." "We at United Federal Credit Union appreciate the value of a college education, and we are proud to contribute to Lake Michigan College to help ensure standards of excellence in its programs and services," stated Gary Easterling, United Federal Credit Union President/CEO. Scholarships are competitively awarded for good grades, area of study, special interest, or financial need.